Laurel ParkSun, July 07, 2024

CONTRIVANCE (7) is a eight-start maiden who could only manage to finish fifth at his latest appearance over 5½f at this track (Turf). Well placed on this occasion and gets his chance to break the ice. LADDIE DANCE (12) finished out of the money two starts back then was beaten 10 lengths when sixth over 5½f at this track two weeks ago. Will enjoy a drop in class so he is set to turn things around. SKYLAR'S BROTHER (3) started at 6/1 last time and ran below expectations, finishing fifth and beaten 9 lengths at this track (Dirt) over 6f after being prominent at the corner. Finds an easier assignment and can turn things around. HOLONUI (10) has been in the betting recently but hasn't managed to live up to market expectations. Most recently finished fourth over 5f at Pimlico (Dirt), beaten 6 lengths. Worth including.